# COSRX One Step Original Clear Pad for dry skin

**Lovi Fit: Caution fit for dry skin.**
Dry Skin Fit: Caution · Effectiveness: High · Safety: Concerning.

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/cosrx/one-step-original-clear-pad/for/dry-skin

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for the Netherlands.

Brand: [COSRX](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/cosrx)
Category: [Exfoliants](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/best/exfoliators)

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry skin: flakiness, tightness, dehydration, fine lines, and wrinkles. For scores based on a full skin profile (12D face scan, goals, preferences), use the Lovi app.

A poor match for dry skin; the products alongside fit it better.

## Why this fit

- Offers moderate exfoliation for your dry skin due to betaine salicylate, which can help smooth texture and reduce blemishes, but it lacks sufficient hydrating ingredients to counteract potential dryness.
- Willow bark water and betaine salicylate have keratolytic and drying actions, making the formula unsuitable for dry skin types that require more emollient or humectant ingredients.

## Fit by skin type

- [Oily skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/cosrx/one-step-original-clear-pad/for/oily-skin): High
- [Dry skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/cosrx/one-step-original-clear-pad/for/dry-skin): Caution (this page)
- [Combination skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/cosrx/one-step-original-clear-pad/for/combination-skin): Average
- [Sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/cosrx/one-step-original-clear-pad/for/sensitive-skin): Average
- [Acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/cosrx/one-step-original-clear-pad/for/acne-prone-skin): High
- [Skin with dark spots](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/cosrx/one-step-original-clear-pad/for/dark-spots): Average
- [Mature skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/cosrx/one-step-original-clear-pad/for/mature-skin): Average
- [Dry sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/cosrx/one-step-original-clear-pad/for/dry-sensitive-skin): Caution
- [Oily acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/cosrx/one-step-original-clear-pad/for/oily-acne-prone-skin): Superior

## Key ingredients

Willow Bark Water Bark, Betaine Salicylate, Glycerin, Panthenol, Melaleuca Alternifolia Tree Oil Leaf

## What the research says

- A botanical face cleanser with hops and willow bark extract continuously reduced skin sebum levels without reactive seborrhea after treatment in 21 healthy volunteers compared to a sodium laureth sulfate cleanser, with neither cleanser causing skin irritation. ([Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30022595/))
- Bioactive lipid nanocarriers co-loaded with willow bark or ivy leaf extracts and UV-filters provided pronounced UVA photoprotection up to an SPF-equivalent value of 13 and a maximum in vivo skin hydration effect of 97% when prepared with pomegranate oil. ([Nanomaterials, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35889587/))
- A topical serum containing 0.5% salicin applied twice daily reduced visible signs of skin aging, including wrinkles and tactile roughness, in 30 female subjects over 12 weeks compared to baseline. ([Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2010](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20883292/))
- A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women. ([Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/))
- The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol. ([Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31532576/))
- Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant. ([International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18498456/))
- Topical dexpanthenol acts as a moisturizer, improves stratum corneum hydration, accelerates wound healing and epidermal regeneration, reduces erythema, and improves symptoms of skin irritation compared to vehicle or no pretreatment. ([American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/))
- Moisturizer containing 5% panthenol, madecassoside, and copper-zinc-manganese decreased adverse reactions and downtime after ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser resurfacing with comparable efficacy to 0.02% triamcinolone acetonide cream in 20 subjects. ([Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30945430/))
- Topical dexpanthenol formulated in lipophilic vehicles improved stratum corneum hydration and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to vehicle control in humans. ([Arzneimittel-Forschung, 2000](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10965426/))
- A cream combining propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera reduced erythema scars, acne severity index, and total lesion count better than erythromycin cream in sixty patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris compared to placebo. ([Clinical Pharmacology, 2018](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30588129/))
- Tea tree oil nanoemulsion containing adapalene gel demonstrated significantly greater reductions in total, inflammatory, and non-inflammatory acne lesions as well as acne severity index compared to adapalene marketed gel in 100 patients with acne vulgaris over 12 weeks. ([Archives of Dermatological Research, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34251536/))
- Topical 5% tea tree oil gel significantly improved total acne lesions and acne severity index compared to placebo in 60 patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris, showing 3.55 times and 5.75 times greater efficacy respectively. ([Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, 2007](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17314442/))

## What reviewers say

Based on a very large amount of data, users with oily and acne-prone skin frequently praise these pads for effectively reducing active breakouts and regulating sebum without being overly harsh. While many find them to be a "holy grail" for smoothing skin texture and clearing pores, a minority of users with sensitive or dry skin experienced irritation and dryness.

- Liked: Convenient application (mostly mentioned)
- Liked: Gentle exfoliation (mostly mentioned)
- Liked: Effective acne control (often mentioned)
- Liked: Pore & sebum care (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Drying or stripping (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Medicinal scent (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Packaging issues (rarely noted)
- Disliked: Sticky residue (rarely noted)

## How to apply

- Use this exfoliant as part of your PM routine once a week, increasing slowly to twice a week if your dry skin tolerates it well. Always remember to apply SPF every morning to protect your newly smoothed skin.
- Apply the exfoliant after cleansing and toning, but always before your rich moisturizer.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the exfoliant into your skin and let it absorb for a minute. Avoid rubbing to prevent any irritation on flaky areas.
- Apply the product directly to dry clean skin to ensure the best possible tolerance for your dry type. This helps address flaky patches without causing extra stress.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area and do a quick patch test before your very first use. Do not mix this with other strong acids or retinoids on the same night.
- Video: https://storage.pora.ai/028e5e793422a3b665c02ff502cf5a68.mp4

## Questions and answers

### Why does Lovi advise caution with COSRX Original Clear Pad for dry skin?

This exfoliant treatment offers moderate texture smoothing and blemish reduction through betaine salicylate, but it lacks sufficient moisturizing ingredients to prevent dryness. A dry skin type needs a formula rich in hydrating and soothing ingredients that deliver deep moisture.

### Which ingredients make this exfoliant a poor fit for dry skin?

Willow bark water and betaine salicylate make this exfoliant a poor fit because they have drying actions that can strip moisture from dry skin. A product of this type needs rich hydrating and soothing ingredients to keep dry skin soft and comfortable.

### What does Willow Bark Water do for dry skin?

Willow bark water helps calm dry skin by soothing irritation and reducing inflammation. Because it lacks strong moisture-locking ingredients, a product of this type needs added hydrating elements like glycerin or ceramides to properly soften and comfort dry skin.
Sources: [Planta Medica, 2019](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30690691/), [Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2019](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28712268/)

### What does Betaine Salicylate do for dry skin?

Betaine Salicylate helps keep dry skin smooth while improving hydration and reducing irritation compared to standard salicylic acid. It is less likely to cause barrier damage, making it a gentler choice for dry skin types.
Sources: [Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2026](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41610079/)

### Where does this exfoliant go in a skincare routine for dry skin?

This exfoliant is used in the evening routine, starting at just once a week. Because it can be drying, this skin type needs a product that includes rich, softening ingredients and moisture-locking ingredients to keep skin comfortable.

### Can I use it with retinol, and in what order?

Using this exfoliant with retinol is not recommended for dry skin, because it may cause excessive dryness and irritation. If you choose to use both, they should be used on separate nights or times to protect your skin barrier.

### How often should I use this exfoliant?

You should use this exfoliant once a week to start, as it may cause dryness on your skin. If your dry skin tolerates it well without flaking, you can carefully use it a bit more often. This type of product needs extra hydrating ingredients like glycerin and soothing plant extracts to keep dry skin comfortable.

### Can it clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry skin?

This product is unlikely to clog pores, but it may cause dryness or breakouts on dry skin because it lacks enough moisturizing ingredients to balance the exfoliating acids. To work well for dry skin, a product of this type needs extra soothing and hydrating ingredients to keep the skin soft and smooth.

### Is this exfoliant fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

## Alternatives for dry skin

- [Inkey List PHA Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/the-inkey-list/pha-toner/for/dry-skin) — High fit — €10.50 at Amazon
- [Eucerin DermatoCLEAN Clarifying Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/eucerin/dermatoclean-clarifying-toner/for/dry-skin) — Average fit — €15.78 at Amazon
- [SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Boosting Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/skin1004/madagascar-centella-tone-brightening-boosting-toner/for/dry-skin) — Average fit — €24.81 at Amazon

## Routine for dry skin

### AM

- Cleanser: [La Roche-Posay Hydrating Gentle Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/la-roche-posay/toleriane-hydrating-gentle-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €21.95 at Amazon
- Hydrating Toner: [Dear, Klairs Supple Preparation Unscented Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/dear-klairs/supple-preparation-unscented-toner/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €16.89 at Amazon
- Moisturizer: [Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Lift and Firm Night Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/elizabeth-arden/advanced-ceramide-lift-and-firm-night-cream/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €48.84 at Amazon
- SPF: [Purito Daily Soft Touch Sunscreen](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/purito/daily-soft-touch-sunscreen/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €20.01 at Amazon

### PM

- Pre-Cleanser: [MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/missha/ultra-hyalon-cleansing-cream/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €11.83 at Amazon
- Cleanser: [La Roche-Posay Hydrating Gentle Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/la-roche-posay/toleriane-hydrating-gentle-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €21.95 at Amazon
- Cleansing Toner: [ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleansing Water](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/round-lab/1025-dokdo-cleansing-water/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €13.99 at Amazon
- Serum or Treatment: [Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/peach-and-lily/glass-skin-refining-serum/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €86.59 at Amazon
- Moisturizer: [Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Lift and Firm Night Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/elizabeth-arden/advanced-ceramide-lift-and-firm-night-cream/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €48.84 at Amazon

### Weekly

- Pre-Cleanser: [MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/missha/ultra-hyalon-cleansing-cream/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €11.83 at Amazon
- Cleanser: [La Roche-Posay Hydrating Gentle Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/la-roche-posay/toleriane-hydrating-gentle-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €21.95 at Amazon
- Cleansing Toner: [ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleansing Water](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/round-lab/1025-dokdo-cleansing-water/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €13.99 at Amazon
- Nourishing Mask: [Laneige Water Sleeping Mask_EX](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/laneige/water-sleeping-mask-ex/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €33.90 at Amazon
- Serum or Treatment: [Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/peach-and-lily/glass-skin-refining-serum/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €86.59 at Amazon
- Moisturizer: [Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Lift and Firm Night Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/elizabeth-arden/advanced-ceramide-lift-and-firm-night-cream/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €48.84 at Amazon

## Where to buy

- Amazon.nl: €22.99 (https://www.amazon.nl/dp/B0GMJQ8QRC?tag=lovi-care-web-product085-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- Notino: €26.00 (https://www.notino.nl/cosrx/one-step-original-clear-skin-calming-pad-kalmerende-pads-voor-intensieve-hydratatie-van-de-huid/p-16407835/)
Prices checked 15 Oct – 6 Nov 2026.

## Ingredients

Willow Bark Water Bark, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Betaine Salicylate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Allantoin, Arginine, Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia Tree Oil Leaf, Ethyl Hexanediol, Sodium Hydroxide
## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind this fit score: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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- United Kingdom: https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/cosrx/one-step-original-clear-pad/for/dry-skin
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